ViewSonic · 3,000–4,999 lumens · XGA

ViewSonic PJ1158

4,000lumens
1024×768native
0.8–7.4throw ratio
7.1 kgweight

The ViewSonic PJ1158 is a 0.80" 3LCD projector rated at 4,000 lumens with a native resolution of 1024×768. It uses a 285w metal halide bulb light source rated for 2,000 hours. 4 interchangeable lenses are listed, covering throw ratios from 0.8:1 to 7.4:1. Released October 2006.

Throw distance table

Distance from lens to surface for each image width (4:3 (XGA)). Calculated as throw ratio × width; check the manufacturer's lens calculator before installation.

Image widthHeightLEN-003 Short Fixed
0.8:1
LEN-004 Short Zoom
1.2–2.0:1
LEN-005 Long Zoom
2.0–3.9:1
LEN-006 Long Zoom
3.9–7.4:1
2 m (6.6 ft)1.5 m1.6 m2.4–4.0 m4.0–7.8 m7.8–14.8 m
3 m (9.8 ft)2.25 m2.4 m3.6–6.0 m6.0–11.7 m11.7–22.2 m
4 m (13.1 ft)3.0 m3.2 m4.8–8.0 m8.0–15.6 m15.6–29.6 m
5 m (16.4 ft)3.75 m4.0 m6.0–10.0 m10.0–19.5 m19.5–37.0 m
6 m (19.7 ft)4.5 m4.8 m7.2–12.0 m12.0–23.4 m23.4–44.4 m
8 m (26.2 ft)6.0 m6.4 m9.6–16.0 m16.0–31.2 m31.2–59.2 m
10 m (32.8 ft)7.5 m8.0 m12.0–20.0 m20.0–39.0 m39.0–74.0 m
12 m (39.4 ft)9.0 m9.6 m14.4–24.0 m24.0–46.8 m46.8–88.8 m
15 m (49.2 ft)11.25 m12.0 m18.0–30.0 m30.0–58.5 m58.5–111.0 m
20 m (65.6 ft)15.0 m16.0 m24.0–40.0 m40.0–78.0 m78.0–148.0 m
25 m (82.0 ft)18.75 m20.0 m30.0–50.0 m50.0–97.5 m97.5–185.0 m
30 m (98.4 ft)22.5 m24.0 m36.0–60.0 m60.0–117.0 m117.0–222.0 m

Open in the throw-distance calculator →

Maximum image size for projection mapping

Largest image that keeps a 10:1 contrast against ambient light on a light, matte surface (80% optical efficiency). See how this is calculated.

Ambient lightMax areaMax width × height
Dark rural site (1 lux)356 m²21.8 × 16.3 m
Quiet street at night (5 lux)71 m²9.7 × 7.3 m
Lit city square (15 lux)24 m²5.6 × 4.2 m
Bright urban area (30 lux)12 m²4.0 × 3.0 m
Indoor, lights dimmed (50 lux)7 m²3.1 × 2.3 m

Full specifications

Additional FeaturesThe PJ1158 is full-featured with native XGA 1024x768 resolution, advanced image processing, manual lens shift, and horizontal and vertical (auto) keystone correction for perfect images. It also features network control capability for remote management.
Aspect Ratio4:3 (XGA)
Audible Noise36 dB / 30 dB (Eco)
Color Processing8-bit
Connection PanelNetwork: RJ-45 RS232: DB-9pin
Contrast1,000:1 (full on/off)
Data ModesMAX 1600x1200
Digital KeystoneHorizontal & Vertical
Display Type0.80" 3LCD
Dynamic IrisYes
FeaturesCE Laser Pointer FCC B UL
Image Size60.00" - 300.00"
Included Lens1.2x manual zoom , manual focus
Internal Speakers4.0 Watts × 2
Lamp ModelRLC-021 Buy RLC-021 Lamp
Lens ShiftVertical +/-0.00%
Light Source285W Metal Halide bulb
Light Source Life2,000 hours
MSRP$1,469 (USD)
Power460 Watts 90V - 264V
Projector Size5.50" x 16.50" x 12.60" (HxWxD)
ReleasedOctober 2006
Resolution1024x768
StatusDiscontinued Oct 2009
Throw Distance7.2' - 30.3' Calculate Throw Distance
Throw Ratio1.52:1 - 1.82:1 (D:W)
Video Modes720p, 1080i, 575i, 480p, 480i
Warranty3 Years
Weight15.6 lbs
White Brightness4,000 Lumens (ANSI) 1

Specifications compiled from ProjectorCentral and manufacturer data. Prices change — verify with dealers.

Compatible lenses

LensThrow ratioDistance for 10 m width
LEN-003 Short Fixed0.8:18.0 m
LEN-004 Short Zoom1.2–2.0:112.0–20.0 m
LEN-005 Long Zoom2.0–3.9:120.0–39.0 m
LEN-006 Long Zoom3.9–7.4:139.0–74.0 m

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